The funding will help Wellumio tap into the US$8.9 billion global market opportunity for stroke diagnostic imaging.
New Zealand scientists believe a breakthrough in fermentation could create a new multimillion-dollar export market for shiitake mushroom extracts into China.
A new poll shows more than a third of New Zealand SMEs plan to grow in 2026, prioritising training, diversification and new technology.
As Kiwi households gear up for Christmas, a homegrown app is offering a new way to plan festive meals without the usual stress.
Kiwi drinks brand Free AF is expanding into the UK this December, bringing its premium alcohol-free cocktails to Morrisons stores nationwide.
Mr Grocer has partnered with the Child Cancer Foundation to launch a charity grocery bag supporting families in need.
Hiraya Ventures led a NZD $1.2M pre-Series A round for Komodo, a New Zealand data-driven education platform enhancing student wellbeing.
Zenno has partnered with Portal Space Systems to launch the world’s most powerful magnetic actuator on its first space mission.
NZ mānuka apiary Naki has unveiled the world’s most expensive honey - a NZ$500,000 collectible that fuses art, heritage and science.
Solve for Tomorrow is a nationwide competition that challenges young Kiwi innovators to develop solutions for their communities and Aotearoa’s future.
Mindhive Global has secured Series A funding led by agritech venture capital firm Cultivate Ventures.
NZ and Australian hydrogen-tech firms take major step toward Australasia’s first hydrogen-electric flights and zero-emission aviation.
Hamilton startup Access Quest is a data collection business helping councils improve access for those with mobility issues.
Socialdog is helping owners raise happier pets by combining smart matchmaking with expert education on dog socialisation.
Auckland entrepreneur Ricky Jack has launched a new investment platform, Housies, to make property ownership accessible to all Kiwis.
The 2025 KiwiNet Awards honoured science-led innovations with global impact shaping New Zealand’s future.
Sri Govindaraju and Sunil Pinnamaneni founded The Experiment Company in 2019 to elevate kānuka honey - unaware a higher cause lay ahead.
Set up in 2021, Tertiary Extracts Ōtautahi takes sheepskins and uses patented extraction methods to turn it into collagen.
Christchurch couple Reuben and Rebecca Bijl have created Jasmine, a wellbeing app that replaces distracting notifications with calming flower imagery.
Wellington-based med-tech company Wellumio has developed a portable brain scanner that can help diagnose strokes within minutes.
Global small business platform Xero has launched a new podcast, Open for Small Business, celebrating the mahi of Kiwi SME owners.
Naveya & Sloane is redefining the luxury experience with a world-first accessible sound campaign in partnership with All is for All.
Huski, the homegrown brand behind an award-winning ice-free cooler, is on track to double its annual revenue this year.
Venture capitalist McGregor Fea explains that true moats today no longer rest solely on technology, but on a business’s ability to become deeply embedded
Radix Nutrition is a Kiwi functional nutrition company that creates nutritionally complete meals to support a healthy metabolism.
With cosmetic treatments more popular and accessible than ever, LA Aire is raising the bar for safety, professionalism and trust across the industry nationwide.